18377373. IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hiroshi Takarada of Kanagawa (JP)
Akitoshi Toyota of Kanagawa (JP)
Yuichiro Inaba of Kanagawa (JP)
Susumu Nittani of Shizuoka (JP)
IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18377373 titled 'IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an image forming apparatus that includes a developer container and a replenishment container. The developer container has an accommodating portion for developer and a replenishment port, as well as an agitation member and an opening/closing member. The opening/closing member can be moved between a closed position and an open position. The apparatus also has a drive source for the agitation member and a control portion to control the drive source. Image formation is not possible when the opening/closing member is in the open position, but the agitation member can still drive in this case.
- The image forming apparatus includes a developer container and a replenishment container.
- The developer container has an accommodating portion for developer and a replenishment port.
- The apparatus has an agitation member and an opening/closing member.
- The opening/closing member can be moved between a closed position and an open position.
- The apparatus has a drive source for the agitation member.
- The apparatus has a control portion to control the drive source.
- Image formation is not possible when the opening/closing member is in the open position.
- The agitation member can still drive even when the opening/closing member is in the open position.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Image forming devices such as printers, copiers, and scanners.
- Industrial printing and imaging systems.
- Office equipment and document management systems.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Prevents image formation when the opening/closing member is open, avoiding potential damage or errors.
- Ensures proper agitation of the developer for consistent image quality.
- Allows for easy replenishment of developer without interrupting image formation.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved reliability and durability of image forming apparatus.
- Consistent and high-quality image output.
- Simplified replenishment process for developers.
- Enhanced user experience with efficient and uninterrupted image formation.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image forming apparatus includes a developer container to and from which a replenishment container is attachable and detachable and which includes an accommodating portion that accommodates developer and a replenishment port, an agitation member, an opening/closing member configured to be movable between a closed position and an open position, a drive source for driving the agitation member, and a control portion configured to control the drive source. The apparatus is configured such that image formation is not possible when the opening/closing member is at the open position, and the agitation member is capable of driving in a case where the opening/closing member is at the open position.
